Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs) in Uttarakhand: Risks, Impact, and Preparedness
Why in news? The Uttarakhand government’s initiative to assess the risk of Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs) reflects the growing concern over the potential catastrophic events in the Himalayan region. With the threat of climate change exacerbating glacial melting, understanding GLOFs becomes imperative for disaster preparedness and mitigation efforts. Glacial Lake Outburst Floods : Nature … Read more